Super Falcons star goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie is set to join Brighton and Hove Albion on a free transfer, marking a significant move for the decorated Nigerian player. The English Women’s Super League club officially announced the signing, highlighting Nnadozie's immense talent and experience, which includes 118 appearances for Paris FC and multiple awards, such as being named African Goalkeeper of the Year. Her arrival is expected to bring confidence and ambition to the Brighton squad.
- Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie is joining Brighton & Hove Albion on a free transfer.
- The move will be official on July 1, after her contract with Paris FC expires.
- She is a highly decorated player, having been named the best African goalkeeper in 2023 and 2024 and winning the UNFP Division 1 Féminine Goalkeeper of the Season award in 2024.
- Brighton's coach expressed excitement about her talent, experience, and leadership.
- Nnadozie famously saved two penalties in the 2025 Coupe de France Féminine final, helping her team win the title.
A Golden Glove Crosses the Sea
This transfer is more than a signing; it is the journey of a champion, a golden glove crossing the sea to a new shore. For Nigerian football and women's sports, Nnadozie's move is a powerful symbol of rising global influence. It empowers us to celebrate a talent who has earned her place on the world stage, not just through skill, but through sheer determination and a knack for saving pivotal penalties. From Rivers Angels to Paris FC and now to Brighton, is a victory for the dreamers who believe in the global reach of their talent. It asks: When a player's journey inspires a nation, what new heights can they reach?
FAQ
- What position does she play? She is a goalkeeper for the Super Falcons and her club team.
- What are some of her major achievements? She was named the best African goalkeeper in 2023 and 2024 and won the UNFP Division 1 Féminine Goalkeeper of the Season award in 2024.
- When will she start playing for Brighton? She will officially join the club on July 1, 2025, after her contract with Paris FC ends.
